Description
Festive double whammy eggnog cookies combine holiday cheer with rich, creamy flavors. Nutmeg and rum essence highlight this classic Christmas treat that delights family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup (170 grams) butter, softened
- 4–½ cups (540 grams) confectioners’ sugar
- 2–3 tbsps (30–45 mL) eggnog
- 1–½ tsps rum extract
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- Additional ground nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- Creaming Stage: Whip softened butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, creating a pale, aerated foundation for the cookies.
- Liquid Integration: Fold in egg yolks, eggnog, and rum extract, blending thoroughly to create a smooth, uniform cookie base with rich, festive flavors.
- Dough Preparation: Gently incorporate flour into the liquid mixture, mixing until a cohesive dough forms without overworking the ingredients. Wrap the dough in plastic and chill for 2 hours to enhance flavor development and texture.
- Baking Preparation: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Shape chilled dough into 1-inch balls, arranging them 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets to ensure even baking and perfect spread.
- Cookie Baking: Bake for 13-16 minutes, watching for golden-brown undersides and slightly crisp edges. Remove from oven and transfer to wire cooling racks to cool completely.
- Frosting Creation: Whip confectioners’ sugar, butter, rum extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually add eggnog to achieve the ideal frosting consistency.
- Finishing Touches: Generously spread frosting over cooled cookies, creating an even layer. Dust with an additional sprinkle of nutmeg for enhanced flavor and elegant presentation.
- Storage: Allow frosted cookies to set at room temperature, then store in an airtight container to preserve their delicate texture and rich, holiday-inspired taste.
Notes
- Chill Dough Strategically: Refrigerating the dough for at least 2 hours prevents spreading and intensifies the rich eggnog flavor, ensuring perfectly shaped cookies.
- Measure Precisely: Use exact measurements for flour and wet ingredients to maintain the delicate balance of texture and taste in these delicate holiday treats.
- Handle Gently: Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies; fold ingredients just until combined for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth result.
- Frost with Care: Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a smooth, professional-looking finish that showcases the festive flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 22
- Calories: 223
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg